Der König der dunklen Kammer by Rabindranath Tagore

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Author Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941
Translator Lachmann, Hedwig, 1865-1918
Translator Landauer, Gustav, 1870-1919
Title Der König der dunklen Kammer
Credits Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Marc-Andre Seekamp and the
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Summary "Der König der dunklen Kammer" by Rabindranath Tagore is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the mysterious figure of a king who remains largely unseen and the intricate relationships between him, his queen Sudarschana, and the citizens of his realm. The play delves into themes of love, longing, and the dichotomy of appearance versus reality, particularly highlighted through the Queen's desire to see her husband and her internal struggles with identity and societal norms. The opening of the play sets the stage in a city preparing for a grand celebration, introducing various characters who discuss the enigmatic king who has never been seen by his subjects. Citizens express their mixed feelings about the king's concealment, and humorous exchanges reveal a societal critique on leadership and governance. We are introduced to Sudarschana, the queen, who is trapped in a dark chamber and cannot comprehend the nature of her husband's identity since he only visits her in the dark. As she grapples with her yearning to see him, the foreshadowing of deeper conflicts begins to emerge, hinting at the complex dynamics that will unfold as the story progresses. This exposition sets up a compelling exploration of love, power, and the true essence of people behind their facades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941 -- Translations into German
Subject Indic drama -- Translations into German
Subject Bengali drama -- Translations into German
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EBook-No. 44250
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